21/09/2026
NEW 482 VISA PROCESSING PRIORITIES 🇦🇺
Ministerial Direction 121 is now in effect, introducing new processing priorities for Subclass 482 visa applications.
Priority is now given to key sectors including construction, healthcare, teaching, agriculture, aquaculture, fishing, resources, law enforcement and defence, followed by the Specialist Skills stream and other applications.
📅 Commenced: 19 September 2026
Importantly, the new priorities can also apply to existing 482 applications that had not been finally determined by commencement.
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General information only. Individual circumstances vary.
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